FRUIT & NUT CEREAL BARS

Fruit & Nut Cereal Bars image

After trying these bars, our taste panel asked if they could take the rest home! "This is a sweet and yummy treat for summer picnics. I had to get the recipe from a friend because my husband loves them so much." -Erin Climenhaga, Cadillac, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 cups cornflakes
1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots, chopped
1 cup dry roasted peanuts
1 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1/3 cup butter
1 package (16 ounces) large marshmallows

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cornflakes, apricots, peanuts, dates, coconut and sesame seeds. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt butter and marshmallows; stir until smooth. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Cool. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.